If you’re seeking a six-figure career and want to present your skills and experiences in the most compelling way possible, a functional resume may be the perfect format for you. Unlike the traditional ...

All too often, job seekers will notice a job that they’re fully qualified to do, but their resumes may not reflect this. There could be gaps in employment, job titles that don’t match well with a ...

Dear Sam: Since graduating from college, I have yet to find a steady job; thus, I have held different types of jobs. I am afraid not to include all of them on my resume just in case one should ...

DEAR JOYCE: I have a bachelor’s degree in business management and work as the office manager for a nonprofit organization in the northeast. Age 43, I would like to make a career change to human ...

It’s 11:06 AM and you’re sitting at your laptop in your kitchen, applying for positions. As a job seeker who is returning to the workforce after a long hiatus spent traveling in Southeast Asia, you’re ...

Dear Sam: Due to downsizing, I have recently found myself back in the market searching for a job. I have not had issues getting my resume noticed in the past. I have more than seven years of ...

No luck on the job front? You might want to rethink your resume format. While traditional resumes are generally a safe route, a functional resume could highlight your strengths more effectively, ...

Dear Sam: Can you break down the different resume formatting options? I've been using the standard timeline format since graduating college 11 years ago, but I'm wondering if a different format would ...